Lower Arrivals Tighten Supply and Increase Buying Interest, Increasing Turmeric

Turmeric prices rose by 2.45% to ₹13,394, driven by lower-than-expected arrivals and strong buying interest. Export performance was positive, with shipments reaching a four-year high. From April to December 2024, turmeric exports rose 13%, reaching 1,36,921 tonnes. December saw a 46.94% YoY surge, reflecting global demand. However, new crop yields are projected to be 10-15%…

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Turmeric prices rise on strong buying

Turmeric prices rose 0.03% to ₹13,992, but this was despite rumours of tight supplies till the next harvest season due to significant buying. Despite the Hingoli markets being closed, supplies rose sharply to 9,030 bundles from 7,965 bundles the day before. Also, turmeric production in key growing regions like Maharashtra, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh increased,…

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As a result of more arrivals and less demand, turmeric prices fell

Turmeric prices fell by 0.5% to 12732 due to lower demand and increased arrivals. However, the downside was limited by reports of potential crop damage from heavy rains. The upcoming season is expected to increase turmeric acreage by 30-35%, indicating higher production levels. Despite favorable weather conditions, concerns about reduced supply and unfavorable weather could…

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Growth in Supply at the End of the Harvest Season Caused Turmeric Prices to Drop

Due to a spike in supply signaling the end of the harvesting season, turmeric prices fell 2.1% Wednesday, closing at 17,236 rupees. Farmers withheld stocks in expectation of additional price hikes, therefore the negative effects were mitigated. The country is experiencing a heatwave that might harm crop output, worsening the shortage and increasing prices. According…

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